Paul McCartney
The Beatles
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Bass Guitars 23
Amplifiers 40
Effects Pedals 32
Microphones 31
Pianos 10
Keyboards and Synthesizers 40
Studio Equipment 56
Software Plugins and VSTs 2
Headphones 6
Guitars 44
World Instruments 9
Modular Synthesizers 1
Upright-Basses 2
Music Accessories 8
Cellos 1
Drum Sets 7
Strings 7
Harps 1
Studio Gear 2
Studio Monitors 8
Mixers 1
DAWs 1
Flugelhorns 1
Violins 1
Snare Drums 1
Cymbals 1
DJ Setup 1
Banjos 1
Other Gear 1
Paul McCartney's Gear
the Pultec EQP-1A3 Program Equalizer is listed in this blog
Paul McCartney is noted to use the Solid State Logic FX G384 Stereo Bus Compressor, as mentioned in the Hog Hill Mill Blog's "Outboard" section.
the Urei 1176 Peak Limiter is listed in this blog
the Valley People Gain Brain Variable Ratio Limiter is listed in this blog
the Yamaha SPX90 Multi-Effects Processor is listed in this blog
Paul McCartney is associated with the Studer A-800 MKIII 24 Track Tape Recorder, as mentioned in the Hog Hill Mill Blog under "Recorders & Accessories."
Paul McCartney is associated with the Studer A827 24 Track Analog Tape Machine, as mentioned in the Hog Hill Mill Blog's "Recorders & Accessories" post.
Paul McCartney is mentioned in the Hog Hill Mill Blog as using the Universal Audio Apollo x6 audio interface for recording.
Paul McCartney is mentioned in the Hog Hill Mill Blog as using the Universal Audio Apollo x8 audio interface in his studio setup.
Paul McCartney uses the Universal Audio Apollo x8p, as mentioned in the Hog Hill Mill Blog under "Recorders & Accessories."
the Rosendahl Nanosyncs Audio Clock is listed in this blog
Paul McCartney uses Steinberg Cubase, as mentioned in the Hog Hill Mill Blog under "Recorders & Accessories."
his MacBook can be seen in the first photo
the Washburn Festival is listed in this blog
the Ernie Ball Earthwood Phosphor Bronze Strings is listed in this blog
Here we have a rare 1954 Fender Telecaster in mint condition. It's a fantastic and classic-sounding instrument that was a gift to Paul McCartney from his wife, Nancy. You can hear this guitar showcased on the track "Pretty Boys." McCartney plays this Tele through his vintage Vox AC30 amplifier for that track's main guitar part. You can also hear this guitar notably used on the track "Lavatory Lil."
Paul McCartney is associated with the 1966 Fender Telecaster, as detailed in the Hog Hill Mill Blog under "Guitars & Other Instruments."
In the Hog Hill Mill Blog post titled "Guitars & Other Instruments," it is noted that Paul McCartney uses a Wiseman Flugelhorn.
Paul McCartney is mentioned in the Hog Hill Mill Blog as having a violin among his collection of instruments.
Paul McCartney is mentioned in the Hog Hill Mill Blog as using the Linn Electronics LinnDrum drum machine.
Paul McCartney's use of the Ludwig Black Beauty snare drum is mentioned on the Hog Hill Mill Blog, highlighting its role in his drum setup.
the Latin Percussion Congas is listed in this blog
Paul McCartney is mentioned in the Hog Hill Mill Blog as using the Zildjian 22” K Custom Medium Ride cymbal.
the Fender Mike Dirnt Precision Bass Custom is listed in this blog
the Fender 346 Shape Classic Celluloid Picks - Heavy is listed in this blog
Paul is playing bass through an EVO II.
Paul McCartney uses the Ashdown MAG 414T Deep bass amplifier cabinet, as mentioned in the Hog Hill Mill Blog under "Amplifiers & Pedals."
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Discography
The Family Way (Original Soundtrack Recording)
1967
McCartney
1970
McCartney (Archive Collection)
1970
Ram (Archive Collection)
1971
Band On The Run (Archive Collection)
1973
Wings Over America
1976
McCartney II
1980
Tug Of War (Archive Collection)
1982
Tug Of War
1982
Pipes Of Peace (Remastered 2015)
1983
Pipes Of Peace (Archive Collection / Remastered 2015)
1983
Give My Regards To Broad Street
1984
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